Stakataka Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Stakataka in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Stakataka
Stakataka is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Rock/Steel typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 38.500 DPS.
Stakataka can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Stakataka is weak to Fighting (double weak!), Ground (double weak!), Water -type attacks. Avoid using Poison, Flying, Normal-type moves as Stakataka resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Stakataka is Mega Blaziken (38.500 DPS), Mega Lucario (37.333 DPS), and Primal Groudon (35.500 DPS).
Catching Stakataka: After defeating Stakataka, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1844 and 1929 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2294-2400 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Stakataka from raids will have exactly 1929 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Stakataka?
The best counter for Stakataka is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 38.500 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (37.333 DPS) and Primal Groudon (35.500 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Stakataka?
Stakataka can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Stakataka weak to?
Stakataka is weak to Fighting (double weak), Ground (double weak), Water-type attacks. It resists Poison, Flying, Normal, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Stakataka be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Stakataka's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Stakataka from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Stakataka from raids will have 1929 CP at level 20, or 2400 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1844. If you see 1929 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Stakataka worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Stakataka is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Stakataka?
For the best moveset for Stakataka itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Stakataka stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Stakataka without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Stakataka can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (30.296 DPS) and Landorus (Therian) (29.636 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Stakataka in raids?
Weather boost information for Stakataka is not currently available. Rock-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.